Drunken Philosophy

As a direct follow-up to their previous episode on Arthur
Danto, Connor and Dan dig into the contemporary aesthetic
philosophy of cultural critic Sianne Ngai. Specifically, they're
talking about things that are cute, zany, and interesting. These
three categories are launching off points to discuss the
commodification of...

Identity is a complex issue, and, obviously, two drunk white
straight guys are the most equipped to talk about it. Kidding, of
course. This week Connor and Dan look to the contemporary
philosophy of Kwame Anthony Appiah and his thoughts on identity,
race, nationality, and our lives as global citizens. Spoiler...

As a way of wrapping up their discussion of Kant, Connor and Dan
complete their whirlwind tour of the famous Critique before turning
their attention to Kant’s famous moral philosophy. This means, of
course, a rehashing of the categorical imperative and whether or
not it’s ok to help murderers. Also, they reflect on...

In part-two of their Kant trilogy, Connor does his best to stay
awake and engaged while Dan explains one of the more complex and
influential books in modern philosophy: The Critique of Pure
Reason. Hopefully, you all like terminology because the first half
of this episode covers the damn table of contents!

At the start of their next ambitious three-parter, the boys turn
their attention to a figure who looms large not just in their
lives, but in the lives of all philosophers. That little,
persnickety gentleman from Konigsberg, Immanuel Kant. This week,
Connor and Dan learn a little about Kant’s life and try to figure
out...

About the Podcast

Dan has a degree in Philosophy. Connor has a degree in High School. Together they have a bit of a drinking problem. Each week they explore the work of a new philosopher or a new philosophical idea and do their best to learn something before getting distracted.